Duval County — Food Safety Records
Duval County, Florida has 2209 food establishments with 47,240 inspections on record. 68 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 83.4%, below the state average of 85.8%. Inspections average 6.3 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Mod Pizza in Jacksonville, shut down July 31, 2026 for fly activity.
Largest fine: $2,600 assessed to Casa Dora Italian Cafe in Jacksonville on November 17, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated August 2026.
Duval County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Duval County
83.4%
Pass Rate
83.4%
Florida Average
85.8%
Pass Rate
85.8%
Duval County
6.3
Avg Violations / Inspection
6.3
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Duval County
3.08
Closures per 100 Facilities
3.08
Florida Average
2
Closures per 100 Facilities
2
Duval County Restaurants: Recent Closures (10)
| Date | Business | City | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mod Pizza | Jacksonville | Fly activity | |
| Soul Bowl Bistro | Jacksonville | No potable water | |
| Hooters | Jacksonville | Rodent & fly activity | |
| Captain D's #3380 | Jacksonville | Rodent activity | |
| Tunis Freshnfast | Jacksonville Rd | Rodent, Roach & Fly activity | |
| Beirut Restaurant & Spirit | Jacksonville | Fly activity | |
| Twin Peaks Restaurant | Jacksonville | Rodent & fly activity | |
| Dick's Wings & Grill | Jacksonville | Sewage issue/fly activity | |
| Taco Way | Jacksonville | Roach activity | |
| Nudo Vietnamese Cuisine | Jacksonville | Fly activity |
Duval County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sneakers Sports Grille | Jacksonville Bch | 8 (1 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Stonewood Grill & Tavern | Jacksonville | 17 (5 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Panda Express #1611 | Jacksonville | 4 (3 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Ashes Boutique & Tea Garden | Jacksonville Beach | 2 | Warning Issued | |
| Fogo De Chao Churrascaria | Jacksonville | 13 (5 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Epic Theatres | Jacksonville | 7 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Royale Cafe | Jacksonville | 2 (2 high) | Emergency Order Callback Not Complied | |
| Vale Food Company Jacksonville | Jacksonville | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| All Spiced Up | Jacksonville | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Roots and Fruits Juicery | Jacksonville | 7 (2 high) | Warning Issued |
Duval County Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 23 | Chemical properly stored | 492,780 |
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 471,799 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 404,107 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 385,177 |
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 379,005 |
Duval County Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 17, 2025 | Casa Dora Italian Cafe | $2,600 | 5--2025038428 |
| Jun 23, 2026 | Bagels R Us | $1,600 | 5--2026011669 |
| Jan 22, 2026 | El Sol De Mexico | $1,400 | 5--2025081257 |
| Jun 2, 2026 | Urban Vietnamese | $1,400 | 5--2026030098 |
| Jul 1, 2026 | Lauren's Seafood | $1,400 | 5--2025067125 |
| May 4, 2026 | J Lemon Pepper | $1,200 | 5--2025089963 |
| May 18, 2026 | Cakes & Sweets Pasteleria Y Reposteria by Laura | $1,200 | 5--2025090039 |
| Jan 26, 2026 | Fuji Sushi | $1,160 | 5--2025090167 |
| Oct 20, 2025 | Casa Dora Italian Cafe | $1,000 | 5--2025043613 |
| Nov 6, 2025 | J Lemon Pepper | $1,000 | 5--2025072618 |
Duval County Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Exit blocked or locked | 330 |
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 312 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 216 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 137 |
| Missing boiler certificate/report | 116 |
| Other fire safety violation | 89 |
| Fire alarm/smoke detector issue | 2 |
| Sprinkler system issue | 1 |
Duval County: Notable Restaurants
Casa Dora Italian Cafe
64 inspections
623 violations
8 closures
Bagels R Us
68 inspections
492 violations
6 closures
Choppers Bar and Grill
54 inspections
429 violations
6 closures
Casa Marina Hotel & Restaurant
90 inspections
701 violations
4 closures
La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant
67 inspections
560 violations
3 closures
Chocolate Bar
4 inspections
17 violations
Duval County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds | 46 | 5,047 | 10 |
| Subway | 34 | 2,716 | 8 |
| Wendys | 26 | 3,823 | 6 |
| Dunkin | 25 | 2,455 | 4 |
| Firehouse Subs | 22 | 1,550 | 2 |
| Burger King | 22 | 1,964 | 1 |
| Popeyes | 18 | 2,807 | 4 |
| Taco Bell | 17 | 1,813 | 0 |
| Chipotle | 16 | 1,077 | 0 |
| Waffle House | 16 | 3,169 | 0 |
Duval County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Duval County?
- Duval County, Florida has 2209 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Duval County?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Duval County is 83.4%. The Florida state average is 85.8%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Duval County this year?
- 68 food establishments in Duval County have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in Duval County?
- The most frequently cited violations in Duval County are: Chemical properly stored, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Duval County?
- McDonalds has the most locations in Duval County with 46 establishments.
- What was the most recent restaurant closure in Duval County?
- Mod Pizza in Jacksonville was shut down on July 31, 2026 for fly activity.
- How does Duval County compare to the Florida state average?
- Duval County has a pass rate of 83.4%, which is 2.4 percentage points below the state average of 85.8%. The average violations per inspection is 6.3 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Duval County?
- Food establishments in Duval County have an average of 21.4 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Duval County been assessed?
- Food establishments in Duval County have been assessed $372,710 in fines across 796 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $478 and the largest single fine was $2,600.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Duval County restaurants?
- 1,203 fire safety violations have been documented across 638 food establishments in Duval County. The most common issue is exit blocked or locked.
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Duval County Restaurants & Food Establishments (2,189)
McFlamingo 1 closure
13799 BEACH BLVD, Jacksonville
25 inspections · 159 violations · Last: Oct 2025Whiskey Cake 1 closure
10209 RIVERCOAST DR, Jacksonville
29 inspections · 158 violations · Last: Aug 2026Bono's Bar-b-q 1 closure
10645 PHILIPS HWY, Jacksonville
21 inspections · 155 violations · Last: Apr 2026House Italian Cusine 1 closure
5230 BAYMEADOWS RD STE 10, Jacksonville
27 inspections · 155 violations · Last: Jun 2026Lum Thai Restaurant 1 closure
6251 ARGYLE FOREST BLVD #102, Jacksonville
28 inspections · 153 violations · Last: Jul 2026First Coast Cookies 1 closure
4610 SAN JUAN AVE, Jacksonville
24 inspections · 150 violations · Last: Dec 2025Umami 1 closure
11701 SAN JOSE BLVD 23, Jacksonville
28 inspections · 149 violations · Last: Mar 20261st and Goal Sports 1 closure
1111 CESERY BLVD, Jacksonville
26 inspections · 145 violations · Last: Jun 2026Sara's of San Marco 1 closure
1562 HENDRICKS AVE, Jacksonville
24 inspections · 145 violations · Last: Apr 2026Blue Sky Golf Club 1 closure
1700 MONUMENT RD, Jacksonville
25 inspections · 145 violations · Last: Feb 2026Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #146 1 closure
7507 ATLANTIC BLVD, Jacksonville
31 inspections · 145 violations · Last: Nov 2025Izakaya Ko 1 closure
1198 BEACH BLVD STE 9, Jacksonville Beach
25 inspections · 144 violations · Last: Aug 2026Urban Grind Coffee Company 1 closure
45 W BAY ST STE102, Jacksonville
23 inspections · 144 violations · Last: Feb 2026Mama Lus Restaurant 1 closure
968 SAINT JOHNS BLUFF RD N, Jacksonville
21 inspections · 144 violations · Last: Feb 2026Dairy Queen 43206 1 closure
12405 N MAIN ST STE 9, Jacksonville
24 inspections · 144 violations · Last: Mar 2026Cuban Pizzeria 1 closure
4347-2 UNIVERSITY BLVD S, Jacksonville
27 inspections · 143 violations · Last: Feb 2026Wendys Old Fashioned Hamsburgers #83 1 closure
7211 NORMANDY BLVD, Jacksonville
27 inspections · 143 violations · Last: Mar 2026McDonald's of Baldwin 1 closure
1077 US HWY 301 S, Jacksonville
22 inspections · 142 violations · Last: Jul 2026McDonald's #17890 1 closure
3552 BLANDING BLVD, Jacksonville
21 inspections · 142 violations · Last: Feb 2026Casa De Monica Restaurant 1 closure
8101 OLD KINGS RD S UNIT#5, Jacksonville
27 inspections · 140 violations · Last: Feb 2026